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Children’s Books that Address Domestic Violence

January 22, 2021

Collection of children's books that address domestic violence

If you are in danger or have witnessed abuse please call: National Domestic Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE; if you are Deaf, Use TTY 1-800-787-3224 Strong Hearts Hotline 1-844-7NATIVE The purpose of this book list is to give voice to children who have endured the heartbreaking trauma of abuse. It’s designed to share the experiences endured by so…
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Best Games for Small Families (2-4 Players)

January 20, 2021

small family playing card game

Have you ever started a game that specified 2 or more players, only to realize that while it can be played with two people, it just works better with more? Our family of four has played a lot of games over the years. We sat down to family game night with all four of us,…
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Picture Books for Older Children

January 18, 2021

picture books for older children book cover collage

Some people mistakenly believe that picture books are only for little kids. But read the books on this list to older children and you will quickly see how misguided such a belief is. Picture books have complex vocabulary, diverse narratives, thought-provoking themes–all the qualities we want in any book we read aloud to children. By…
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Indoor Nature Activities for Winter that Kids Love

January 14, 2021

Need some new ideas for kids stuck indoors? On a snowy winter’s day, kids love to play outdoors, especially when these 14 classic outdoor winter activities are on the agenda. But sometimes it’s just too cold to struggle into the snow pants one more time! Takes these tips from an apartment-dwelling family that having a…
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Winter Bookmark Coloring Page

January 12, 2021

Winter scene bookmarks and open book on green background

You won’t ever be fully prepared for an afternoon of cozy reading without just the right bookmark. That’s why, when your kids ask for a cup of hot cocoa to go with their snowy day reading time you need to be sure to also print out this adorable winter bookmark coloring page designed exclusively for…
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Books for Kids

January 11, 2021

Collage of Martin Luther King books for kids

Strengthen your child’s knowledge of history, civil rights and the values of perseverance and equality by celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with a stack of children’s books. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day lands on the third Monday in January, but include these books in your reading all year long. These Martin Luther King, Jr….
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A Year of Family Audiobooks

December 21, 2020

collage of audiobook covers

Whether you need an audiobook for a family road trip, or because your voice has gone hoarse, of just for the drama of it all, audiobooks are the greatest thing to happen to the book world since the printing press. (When I said “drama of it all,” I didn’t exaggerate.) So why not make a…
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Favorite Winter Craft: Ice Wreaths

December 18, 2020

ice wreath with pine needles and red ribbon

Making ice wreaths to adorn the outside of our home has become one of my favorite winter crafts, perhaps second only to my obsession with cutting paper snowflakes. A pretty winter ice wreath goes a long way to sprucing up an ugly fire escape, but will look equally wonderful hanging from a tree, porch or…
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